Tom Parkinson

Tom Parkinson is a software test engineer currently with Tools for Schools, contributing to quality assurance since June 2022. Previously, Tom held the position of lead test engineer at WJEC / CBAC from April 2014 to June 2022, where responsibilities included mentoring, producing test plans, and implementing automation frameworks. Tom's earlier roles include scrum master and test engineer in various organizations, and a test analyst position at Sapiens, a leading software provider for the Life and Pensions market. Tom's career began in customer-facing roles, such as product demonstrator at Costco Wholesale and duty manager at a leisure center. Tom received education from the University of the West of England and St. Cyres Comprehensive School, focusing on developing strong technical and interpersonal skills.